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SO54 EHK

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

73,204 mi
Last recorded73,204 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 EHK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 73,204 miles

under body rusty and corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2024 72,796 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 68,444 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 59,124 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 59,124 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 46,524 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 35,544 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 24,235 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 24,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 23,667 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 22,766 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 21,677 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 20,344 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 20,344 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 17,764 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 14,553 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 14,538 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2013 13,183 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 11,618 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 10,399 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 9,257 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 8,250 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 6,974 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?

Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
33,260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,095
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,710
position lamp(s) not working 4,694
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,425
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,236
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SO54 EHK is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 60,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO54 EHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SO54 EHK?

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What year was SO54 EHK registered?

SO54 EHK is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 February 2005.

Is SO54 EHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO54 EHK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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